Council backs developer’s application for 9% tax credits to build 93-unit senior housing project

Robinson — The council voted unanimously to support an application by Avante Legacy Meadowbrook LP for 2025 competitive 9% low-income housing tax credits to build a 93-unit affordable senior rental community on a seven-acre site in Robinson.

Developer representative (identified in the meeting as Mr. Flores) presented the project to council, describing a total estimated development cost of about $21 million (roughly $227,000 per unit) and a 93‑unit senior building. Flores said the proposed rents would be targeted to low-income seniors, with sample rent ranges discussed during the meeting in the $699 to $852 range depending on income targeting, and that the project team expects the development to be competitive in the tax-credit application round.

Councilmembers voiced support for the project and said the city’s citizen survey results show demand for more affordable housing options in Robinson. Several council members described senior housing as a community need that helps residents age in place without moving to neighboring cities. Council discussion also touched on the possibility of a future intergenerational approach (senior building adjacent to workforce family housing), but councilmembers noted the financing details for such an expanded plan are speculative at this stage.

The resolution filed for council’s consideration formally expresses the city’s support for the developer’s tax-credit application to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs. The council approved Resolution 2025-001-R by voice vote.

What happens next: The developer will submit its application for 9% housing tax credits; the council’s resolution is a local support document requested as part of the application process. If awarded credits, the project would proceed into financing and construction phases per state and IRS requirements.